This section gives you the latest news about our work and achievements. Click on the link to any story to read the full details. If you are a member of the media and wish to contact our press office, please visit our News and Media page.
12 March 2020
Following guidance from Public Health England the Trust is changing the access to visiting patients as a precautionary measure. Please note the following changes with effect from 13th March 2020 Emergency Department – 1 visitor at a time to accompany the patient Paediatric wards – 24 hour visiting restricted to parents / responsible carer only […]
4 March 2020
In the run up to International Women’s Day, Walsall Healthcare staff are holding an event to celebrate and raise awareness of the importance of gender equality. The day itself falls this Sunday 8 March and takes the theme “I am Generation Equality: Realising Women’s Rights.” The annual recognition emerged as a political celebration to symbolise […]
2 March 2020
Patients, staff and visitors at Walsall Manor Hospital can take a seat and take a break thanks to a charity makeover. The seating area at the top of the escalators was in a poor state of repair with torn seats and worn tables. It is well used by patients, families and staff who sit and […]
21 February 2020
Podiatrists have been able to buy a new toe pressure index device to help assess patients’ blood supply better thanks to generous supporters of Walsall Healthcare’s Well Wishers charity. The ankle-brachial pressure index (ABPI) is a non-invasive method of assessing the extent of chronic peripheral arterial disease – a blood circulation disorder – in the […]
18 February 2020
A Well Wishers charity partnership with Enoch Evans LLP Solicitors for Make Your Will Fortnight has netted more than £1200. The cash generated through last November’s fundraiser will be used to transform a room on Ward 1 into a more homely environment, with a bed settee, tub chairs, coffee table and pictures. This is so […]
18 February 2020
Cheque presented following Make Your Will Fortnight
17 February 2020
Patients who are well enough to leave Walsall Manor Hospital and go home are able to make themselves much more comfortable while they wait for medication and transport – thanks to a makeover in its Discharge Lounge. Donations made through Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust’s Well Wishers charity have seen a new settee, tablecloths and tea […]
17 February 2020
Patients try out the new sofa in the discharge lounge
